The Kunstverein für die Rheinlande und Westphalen is a non-profit and registered association, based in Dusseldorf, which is dedicated to the presentation and mediation of contemporary art. It was founded in 1829. In addition to changing exhibitions the Kunstverein is intended to mediate the social relevance of contemporary art. This includes the development of models to determine the relationship between visual art and its viewers. The Kunstverein offers numerous guided tours, lectures, film programs, symposiums and tours.